2006 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | M3 | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
